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Jaylon Tyson Is Emerging as a Leader

Amidst a confusing and underwhelming Cleveland Cavaliers season, second-year guard Jaylon Tyson has become a standout. The former 20th overall pick is flourishing as injuries have piled up in Cleveland. As of December 11th, Tyson is averaging 13 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 1.9 assists.

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Jaylon Tyson is the biggest winner of Cavaliers slow start

If anyone reading this knows of my recent writings to start the season, I was not the biggest Jaylon Tyson supporter. Phrases like “I’m out” and “I don’t see it” may have been uttered, but hey, nothing lasts forever on the internet, right?

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Fear The Sword / December 11

Jaylon Tyson is only scratching the surface for Cavs

The Cleveland Cavaliers had options during the 2024 NBA Draft. Sitting in the late first round, they could have chosen a number of different prospects — or traded out of the draft altogether.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / December 6

Cleveland Cavaliers have found their secret weapon due to injuries

What a difference a year makes for a Cleveland Cavaliers player, who has been arguably the biggest standout in a season riddled with injuries. And it was as clear as any, based on his performance against the San Antonio Spurs on Friday night.

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Cleveland Cavaliers News / Fear The Sword / December 6

8 Takeaways from Cavs 130-117 win over Spurs: Jaylon Tyson is what Cavaliers ‘need’

The Cleveland Cavaliers picked up a much-needed win as they defeated the San Antonio Spurs 130-117 thanks to a momentum-changing third-quarter run. For maybe the first time all season, the Cavs played the level of basketball they made look routine last year.

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NBA News / Field Level Media / December 5

Cavaliers use big 3rd quarter to overcome Spurs

Donovan Mitchell scored 28 points and Jaylon Tyson tallied 16 of his 24 points in the second half as the Cleveland Cavaliers used a big third-quarter run to beat the visiting San Antonio Spurs 130-117 on Friday night.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / December 4

Jaylon Tyson receives respect from Cleveland Cavaliers players and coaches

The Cleveland Cavaliers are currently sputtering. On Wednesday, Dec. 3, the Cavaliers played host to the Portland Trail Blazers, falling in disappointing fashion, 122-110.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Field Level Media / December 3

Jaylon Tyson, Cavaliers ready to bring intesity vs. Blazers

Jaylon Tyson called out his Cavaliers teammates, then backed up his words with the best all-around performance of his professional career Monday in Cleveland's 135-119 road win over the Indiana Pacers.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / December 2

Jaylon Tyson puts together career-best game in Cavaliers win over Pacers

To start December, the Cleveland Cavaliers made a statement against the defending Eastern Conference champions. On Monday, Dec. 1, the Cavaliers travelled to Indiana to take on the Pacers, beating them in convincing fashion, 135-119.

NBA News / Fear The Sword / December 1

Winners and Losers: Cavs at Pacers – Jaylon Tyson torches Indiana

The Cleveland Cavaliers knocked off the Indiana Pacers 135-119. Let’s see who won and lost the night. Practice what you preach. Tyson called out his teammates after Cleveland’s lackluster loss to the Celtics last night.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 1

Jaylon Tyson says quiet part out loud about Cavs approach: ‘We’re in cruise control’

After the Cleveland Cavaliers’ third straight loss on Sunday night to Payton Pritchard and the Boston Celtics, sophomore swingman Jaylon Tyson vented to reporters about the state of the Cavs as November drew to an official close.

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Frustration builds after Cavs drop third straight: ‘We’re in cruise control’

The Cavaliers had championship expectations. Right now, they’ve got play-in results. Cleveland fell to 12-9 after Sunday night’s home loss to the Celtics, and the mood afterward matched the record.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Fear The Sword / November 30

Jaylon Tyson blasts Cavs for lack of effort: “Other teams want it more than us”

Jaylon Tyson didn’t hold back on venting his frustrations after the Cleveland Cavaliers lost their third straight game tonight against the Boston Celtics.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Rumors / November 30

Cavaliers announce injury updates on trio of players

Cavaliers big man Larry Nance Jr. has been diagnosed with a Grade 1 right soleus (calf) strain and will miss about three-to-four weeks, the team announced on Sunday (via Twitter).

Cleveland Cavaliers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 22

Darius Garland, Jaylon Tyson uplift Cavs in NBA Cup win over Pacers

The Cleveland Cavaliers got Darius Garland and Jaylon Tyson back for the first time since November 10 in Miami, and each’s presence was felt on the court and even on the bench.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 19

How far are Cavs’ Darius Garland, Jaylon Tyson from returning from injury?

Cleveland Cavaliers head coach Kenny Atkinson shared updates on Darius Garland and Jaylon Tyson on Wednesday before the team’s meeting with the Houston Rockets.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Fear The Sword / November 16

Cavs provide injury update on Jaylon Tyson

The Cleveland Cavaliers have been dealing with their fair share of injuries to start the season. Jaylon Tyson is the newest member of the team to join the injury report.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / November 10

Why Jaylon Tyson and Sam Merrill's success complicate Max Strus' return to Cavs

The Cleveland Cavaliers have an issue. But, its a good one. They've got too much talent and not enough minutes to give to each hot hand on the roster. Due to offseason injuries and surgeries, the team had to turn to some of its depth players to step up and fill starting positions.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Rumors / October 22

Cavaliers make decision on Jaylon Tyson's future

Cavaliers make decision on former first-round pick Jaylon Tyson's future

Tyson, who will turn 23 in December, played a limited role as a rookie after being drafted 20th overall in 2024.

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Cavs pick up third-year option on Jaylon Tyson

The Cavaliers are keeping Jaylon Tyson around for at least another year. Cleveland picked up Tyson’s third-year team option, the club announced Wednesday, locking in the 6-foot-6 wing for the 2026-27 season.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Wire / August 21

Cavaliers hoping Jaylon Tyson can be the X-factor they need

Jaylon Tyson‘s play as a rookie and in the Las Vegas summer league has made life very interesting for Cavaliers president of basketball operations Koby Altman and coach Kenny Atkinson.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Wire / July 23

Anonymous Cavaliers Coach Talks Nae’Qwan Tomlin, Cleveland Scout Dishes On Jaylon Tyson

NBA reporter Keith Smith of Spotrac spoke to a Cleveland Cavaliers coach about Nae’Qwan Tomlin and a Cavaliers scout about Jaylon Tyson. Tomlin is on a two-way contract with the Cavaliers, while Tyson was the 20th overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft. On Nae’Qwan Tomlin: “Really exciting, right?